Our Lady of Peace Parish Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

November 25, #51/2017-2018

Welcome to Our Lady of Peace Parish! We welcome all new parishioners to our parish community. We

are happy to assist you at our Information Desk before or after Mass. Here you can register at our parish, notify us of

change of address, sign up for collection envelopes, get a Mass Card, notify the office of someone in the parish who needs prayers or a need that you may have. Someone will be at this

table at least 15 minutes prior to Mass, and after as well.

Our Lady of Peace

425 Broad St. N.

Regina, SK S4R 2X8

Tel: 306-543-5355

Fax: 306-543-9837

E-Mail: ourladyofpeace@sasktel.net

www.ourladyofpeaceregina.com Facebook: Our Lady of Peace Regina

Twitter:@olopreginask

Office Hours:

Mon-Friday:

8:30 a.m. - Noon & 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Pastor: Fr. James Owolagba

Tel: 306-543-5355

E-Mail: frjowolagba@gmail.com

Pastoral Assistant: Stacy Grunert

Tel: 306-550-2474

E-Mail: passistolop@sasktel.net

Office Manager: Ebere Nwadike

Tel: 306-543-5355

Hall Rentals:

Jackie Bahan:

Tel: 306-543-3014

Caretaker: Tewodros Gebreselassie

ANOINTING OF THE SICK:-Call the Parish Office if you need anointing at home or in the hospital. Check the bulletin for upcoming anointing schedules. BAPTISM: Please call the office to register/information. MARRIAGE: Please contact the pastor at least six months prior to the wedding date to begin the necessary preparations. RCIA/RCIC: – Call the Parish Office for information.

YOUR FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION TO OUR LADY OF PEACE PARISH—ELECTRONIC GIVING

--Quick and easy to make your parish donation! -It’s a way to never have to worry about forgetting your donation envelope at home. Sign up forms are available at the Information Desk or at the parish office, call the office for more info at 306-543-5355. **Money comes from your bank account directly to the parish bank account on the second day of each month—hassle free!

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE Weekday Masses

Tue- Fri 9:00 a.m. Weekend Masses

Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

ROSARY 20 Minutes before all Masses

ADORATION:EVERY FIRST FRIDAY

RECONCILIATION: Saturday’s: 4:30 p.m. Sunday’s: 8:30 a.m.

Home made Perogies:

For perogies supply please call Marg @ 306 949 8995 or the Parish office.

Stewardship: “Jesus answered, ‘My kingdom does not belong to this world.”

John 18:36 How often do we put all our time and energy into building a kingdom here on earth, forgetting that life here is short? The real kingdom is

in the next life. Yet, how much time and energy do we invest in working for that eternal kingdom?

Feasts of the Week Fri 30: St. Andrew, Apostle

Perogy Makers: Peelers, & mashers Tuesday Nov 27 @ 1:00 PM; Rollers & Pinchers Wed Nov 28 after 9;00AM Mass

Parish Events & Meetings

Nov 26 - Dec 02, 2018

Mon Nov 26 10am-Bible Study 1309 Dover Ave. 7:00pm-K of C meeting

Tues Nov 27 1:00PM-Perogy making 1:30pm –Cards

Wed Nov 28 9:30AM-Perogy making

Thurs Nov 29 9:40am-Sr Forever in Motion 1:30pm– Knitting & Chat

Fri Nov 30 2:15pm-Stretch & Relaxation

Sat Dec 1 5pm– Mass

Sun Dec 2

1st Sunday of Advent

Daily Readings and Mass Intentions

Mass Readings Mass Intention

Mon Nov 26: No Mass Rev 14.1-3, 4b-5 Luke 21.1-4

No Mass

Tue Nov 27: 9:00AM Rev 14.14-19 Luke 21.5-11

† Colin Grunert by Stacy Grunert and family

Wed Nov 28: 9:00AM

Rev 15.1-4 Luke 21.12-19

† Mary Bender by Archdioc-esan Staff

Thurs Nov 29: 9:00AM

18.1-2, 21-23, 19.1-3 Luke 21.20-28

Special Intention

Fri Nov 30: 9:00 AM

Romans10.9-18 Matthew 4.18-22

Intentions of Jan Tarnes by Liz Hycza

Sat Dec 1: 5:00PM Rev 22.1-7 Luke 21.34-36

†Don Macknak by CWL

Sun Dec 2:– 9:00AM &

10:30am mass 1st Sunday of Advent

Jeremiah 33.14-16 1 Thessalonians 3.12-4 Luke 21.25-28, 34-36

All Parishioners

Please Pray for our Sick Parishioners

Terry Bedard

Danny Frei

Judith Lewis

Cathy Chukwuma

Ask Fr James

What is the Biblical meaning of the Kingship of Christ?

Every year, on the last Sunday of the Liturgical year, Catholics all over the world celebrate the Solemnity of Christ

as King. We often wonder if this means that we are celebrating Christ as we celebrate the world's royalties and

monarchs. What the church celebrates is Jesus the "Son of God" which means that he is “like” God. Being like-God,

Jesus embodies the Father’s nature.

To be a ‘king’ is the very purpose of Jesus’ mission in the world. In John 12:1-11 Mary anointed the feet of Jesus

using pure nard which was often used to anoint kings. She recognized Jesus as king; son of God. At the feeding of

the five thousand, the people desired to make Jesus their king (John 6:14-15). That Jesus withdrew from the people

does not deny his kingship. Jesus’ role as king is not about a physical kingship but a spiritual matter because Jesus’

kingdom is not of this world.

Jesus clarified the above statement to Pilate at his trial. Pilate had asked Jesus; “Are You the King of the

Jews?" (John 18:28-38). Jesus tells Pilate; “My kingdom is not of this world.” This response of Jesus expresses

Jesus’ purpose for coming into this world. God's people were in moral decay. They had completely lost what true

covenant relationship was all about. Pilate then inquires about Jesus' origin. “Where do you come from?” The

question is relevant since “the origin of Jesus’ kingship corresponds to his own origin.”

After his crucifixion, Pilate writes a sign over his head - The sign proclaims Jesus’ kingship to all the world. His

Kingship sign written over his head on the cross was written in three languages: Hebrew, Latin and Greek, the

language of religion, government and culture. In doing this, John (19:19) is telling the readers that Jesus is not only

the “King of the Jews,” but that his kingship extends beyond the Jews to the rest of the world. The sign, therefore,

acts as a prophecy, declaring to the world that the event on the cross is a universal event. Jesus is not only the king

of the Jews, but he is also the whole world. The whole message of the gospels is to help us to the understanding of

Jesus being ‘lifted up’ so that the crucifixion is seen as the enthronement of Jesus.

You may email/send your faith questions to Fr. James and he will answer them in our Sunday Bulletins.

2018/2019 Sunday Missals available at the foyer for a dona-

tion of $5 each. Please use the envelope provided and place it

into the collection basket. Thank You!

OFFERTORY COLLECTIONS

Nov 17/18,2018

5pm - $782.05 9am - $1,143.00 10:30am- $1,272.05 TOTAL:$3,197.05

The souls of the just are in the hands of God. Rest in perfect peace DON Macknak……. Parish staff

AROUND THE ARCHDIOCESE TF114: Catholics and Other Faiths - Part 3 "Religion - You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means." As we put the finishing touches on our discussion about Catholics and other religions we find ourselves wondering "What the heck is a religion anyway?" We'll discuss religion vs World View, how we make choices in everyday life and whether or not atheists believe things the same way Christians or other people of faith believe. We're ques-tioning everything and finding answers if we're lucky this week on Thinking Faith! http://thinkingfaith.libsyn.com/tf114-catholics-and-other-faiths-part-3

“AS ONE WHO SERVES” The Archdiocese of Regina’s discernment process for our next cohort of deacon candidates is under way. The process is thorough, like any responsible discernment in life. And, like other kinds of discernment, it is not a test to pass, but a question to answer. “Yes” or “no” are both good answers as long as God’s will is being followed. No one “fails.” The process extends over several months and includes an applica-tion form and a series of different kinds of interviews de-signed to help you (and the Archdiocese) to recognize God’s call in your life. It also needs to be accompanied by prayer, discussion with loved ones and trusted mentors, and learning more about what being a deacon means. If you have ever wondered if God is calling you to serve God’s people as a permanent deacon, now is the time to ex-plore this possibility. To get started, contact Dr. Brett Salkeld, Archdiocesan Theologian at 306-352-1651, ext. 214. St. Martin de Porres Parish is seeking a part-time Pastoral Assistant who is a practicing Catholic familiar with sacra-ments and liturgy. The successful candidate will be directly responsible to the Pastor for the religious faith formation of the parish family and where appropriate, the St. Matthew School community. The position involves collaboration with the Pastor, Pastoral Team and parish groups. A full job de-scription can be found on St. Martin’s website: www.stmartindeporresregina.com. Preference will be given to those with a background in religious studies or lay minis-tries. If you’re interested, please send your resume to stmartinper-sonelcommittee@gmail.com, or mail it to St. Martin de Porres 4720 Castle Rd, Regina SK, S4S 4X1. Attention: Lynda and Lisa. The closing date for application submissions is Friday, December 7th, 2018. Thank you for your interest, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Upcoming Parish Events

Nov 25 K of C Pancake breakfast after 9AM and 10:30AM masses Nov 26 K of C Meeting @ 7PM

Dec 2nd 1st Reconciliation service @ 7PM Dec 7th- Joint Parish and Finance Council Meeting

@ 12:00 noon. Dec 10-1:30PM & 7PM St Gregory Advent Liturgy Dec 13th 55+ dance @ 1:30 p.m Dec 17th Parish Reconciliation @ 7PM

Membership $10.00.annually this gives you the opportunity to at-tend for free: Cards –Tuesdays @ 1:30pm; Forever in Motion-Thursdays @ 9:40am; Knitting/Crocheting group Thursdays @ 1:30 p.m. Stretch & Relaxation Fridays @ 2:15, $3.50 for mem-

bers, $4 for non-members.

55+ Dance Dec.13 @ 1:30 p.m. $5 for members, $6 for non-members.

Contact Betty @ 306-545-3402 for more info. Christmas Brunch– Monday Dec 3, 2018 @ Classic Buffet. 100 Albert Street @ 11:45 a.m. Cost 12.45+tax Everyone welcome

55+ Senior Group Corner

May the soul of Don Macknak rest in per-fect peace Amen and our prayers for Nina

Macknak and family

Dec 4 CWL Christmas party @ 12:30PM

Memorial/Donation Fund The Memorial (Butterfly) or donation fund (Green

leaf) is set up to help pay our mortgage. Your name or the name of your loved ones will be placed on the tree in the gathering area for any donation of $500 or more. Check the Information desk or call the parish office for more information. Thank you

GIVING TREE We are collecting finger gloves, young children’s under garments, children’s toothpaste and children’s unisex socks for the school children in our area.

Thank you for your donations.

Our Parish goal is $20,846

So far we have had donations totalling $9,088.00.This is 44% of our goal. We thank all who have generously donated to this great cause. We ask for God's bless-ing on the donors to come. The committee members will be phoning us this week for a gentle reminder.

We have started moving up in our Archbishops Appeal goal

Many Helping Hands We need more peo-ple for the stewardship ministry especially for the projects– (Garage sale, Bazaar and others, new ide-as are welcome)

Because of the Diocesan Protocol Anita Rieger is not able to pass on phone numbers or email addresses, so if you can help call Margaret O’Byrne at 306-949-8995 or the parish office, or sign up at the Infor-mation desk.

We would be very happy to have you, and your fresh new ideas, join our group!

RCIC, Confirmation and First Eucharist prepa-ration classes will begin in January for children grade 2 and older. Registra-tion forms may be picked up at the in-formation table as well as St. Gregory and St. Michael Community School offices.

“Legion of Mary” prayer group meet immediately after 9am Mass at the Parish hall. New members are very welcome

Advent begins next week. Be part of the advent preparation. Pick up the

Advent devotions booklet at the gathering area. A $2.00 donation will be

appreciated

Pastoral Council Pastor: Father James Chair: Brian Martens Vice Chair: Rick Perras Secretary: Jackie Bahan Liturgy: JoAnne Zuck Education/Sacraments: Stacy Grunert Youth: — Pastoral Care Irene Grad Deanery JoAnne Zuck

Stewardship: -Marg O’Byrne Membership: Doris Frei Appointed Members: Annual Appeal: Antonette Rothecker Screening Protocol: Donalda Exner Schools Liaison: Antonette Rothecker Seniors: Betty Sparrowhawk CWL Representative: Irene Haynes K.C. Representative: Gerald Radicki

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Finance Council Pastor Fr. James Chair: Dennis Gibbs Member: Myles Lozinsky Secretary: Anita Rieger Hall: Jackie Bahan Member: Maurice Raboud Member: Lukose Luka Bldg & Grounds: Don Macknak Member: Roger Bertrand Member: Stacy Grunert Member: Ebere Nwadike Member: Ken Sparrowhawk

Mission Statement: Through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we endeavor to build this community of Our Lady of Peace to a viable Christian Catholic Family, to which all are welcome.

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